Wraparound childcare – out of school and childcare conference 26 Sept and fully funded training! Don’t miss out!

Posted on 17 July 2025 in News and updates

Out of school play and childcare conference – 26 September 2025, Exeter

Attend our Out of school play and childcare conference on 26 September 2025 at Exeter Racecourse, a must for all staff and managers working within the sector.

The event will be promoting all aspects of out of school childcare provision and covering the importance of play and the positive impact it can have on children’s development, mental health, the economic importance of having reliable and dependable childcare to enable parents to work or train and much more.

We are pleased to offer this event fully funded to all Devon school age childcare settings who provide wraparound childcare, Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) and access to Early Access Breakfast Club (EABC).

Book your place by visiting the Devon Education Services Shop: Out of school play and childcare conference 2025 | DES

You will need to register with a shop account, if you haven’t already got one: Shop registration page | DES

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Fully funded online training ‘The Essential 3 series – marketing, team and finance’

Running and growing a successful childcare organisation requires more than just dedication and hard work it requires a solid foundation in three areas to drive sustainable growth: Marketing, Team and Finance. Join us for fully funded training in partnership with Devon County Council, Plymouth and Torbay. The sessions will be interactive and informative enabling you to implement changes to support your growth and development.

The big picture – marketing wraparound care

Session aims and objectives: To give you the tools you need to confidently promote your wraparound care provision. Throughout the session, you will be completing a Marketing Canvas that you can continue to complete and use to support your new marketing plans.

  • Tues 16 September 2025 (7pm – 8.30pm)
  • Mon 29 September (10am – 11.30am)

To book please follow this link to Eventbrite: The Essential 3 Series: Marketing, Team & Finance | Eventbrite

Recruitment and retention – attracting and keeping the right people

Session aims and objectives: To give you the tools and confidence you need to recruit and retain the right people for your organisation by aligning recruitment strategies with your company’s vision, values and culture; whilst also keeping the team engaged and committed when salary increases aren’t an option.

  • Tues 23 September (7pm – 8.30pm)
  • Tues 14 October 2025 (10am – 11.30am)

To book please follow this link to Eventbrite: The Essential 3 Series: Marketing, Team & Finance | Eventbrite

Financial sustainability for people who would rather be playing

Session aims and objectives: The purpose of this session is to help providers feel more confident in understanding their numbers. It is aimed at those who would rather be doing anything else than thinking about finances but will contain hints and tips for anyone working in a childcare setting. By attending this session, providers will understand what is important when running their setting and how they can support parents with making fees more affordable. And, it will be delivered in a fun, informative way.

  • Thurs 11 September 2025 (10am – 11.30am)
  • Mon 6 October 2025 (7pm – 8.30pm)

To book please follow this link to Eventbrite: The Essential 3 Series: Marketing, Team & Finance | Eventbrite